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Airport Authority Announces Development of PGD AviEx

2020-09-30T10:05:41-04:00

Commissioners Break Ground on New Aircraft Ramp Punta Gorda, FL (Sept. 30, 2020) – The Charlotte County Airport Authority (Airport Authority) recently broke ground on the first phase of Punta Gorda Airport’s Aviation Expansion Area, called PGD AviEx. The property is strategically located between Tampa and Miami in a Foreign Trade Zone at a small-hub commercial airport with utilities available and two direct connections to Interstate 75. PGD AviEx is the largely undeveloped tract of land parallel to Challenger Road where the Florida International Air Show was based the last few years. The runway-adjacent area is planned to become a [...]

Airport Authority Announces Development of PGD AviEx2020-09-30T10:05:41-04:00

PGD Supports “Florida See Say”

2020-09-21T15:57:49-04:00

Airport Authority Reminds Community to Recognize, Report Suspicious Activity Punta Gorda, FL (Sept. 21, 2020) – The Charlotte County Airport Authority (Airport Authority) proudly supports Florida’s “If You See Something, Say Something®” (Florida See Say) Awareness Day on September 25 to help inspire, empower, and educate the public on suspicious activity reporting. The Florida See Say campaign raises public awareness of the indicators of terrorism and terrorism-related crime, as well as the importance of reporting suspicious activity to state and local law enforcement. The National Threat Assessment Center (NTAC) released a report in August 2020 on Mass Attacks in Public [...]

PGD Supports “Florida See Say”2020-09-21T15:57:49-04:00

Request for Bids – GA Center Construction

2020-08-24T10:21:30-04:00

The Airport Authority is accepting bids for construction of our new General Aviation Center and associated access roads, parking and civil site work for new hangars. If you wish to view bid documents, we ask that all vendors register with DemandStar to obtain access to the website where the bid documents are available to download. To register your company, please go to www.demandstar.com/registration. On the registration form, enter the required information and be sure to select the Charlotte County Airport Authority as your Free Agency Registration. Visit our Bids/Proposals/Qualifications page for other opportunities. Return to [...]

Request for Bids – GA Center Construction2020-08-24T10:21:30-04:00

James Parish Accepted into Leadership Florida

2020-08-14T13:06:30-04:00

PGD's CEO James W. Parish, P.E. PGD’s CEO Announced as Leadership Florida Cornerstone Class Member for 2020-2021 Punta Gorda, FL (Aug. 10, 2020) –  James W. Parish, P.E. is one of 55 new Cornerstone Class members identified by the Leadership Florida Selection Committee as “most likely to utilize their leadership abilities for the long-term benefit of Florida and individuals who are committed to making Florida a better place in which to live and prosper.” The Cornerstone Class was chosen to participate in a stimulating and thought-provoking nine-month educational program that consists of a series of two and three-day [...]

James Parish Accepted into Leadership Florida2020-08-14T13:06:30-04:00

PGD Passengers Save Time & Money

2020-08-10T14:07:37-04:00

Data Shows Punta Gorda Airport Offers Lowest Average Airfare in Southwest Florida PGD’s Average Ticket Fare is $72 Each Way Punta Gorda, FL (July 29, 2020) – Travelers looking to save money on air travel will find that Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) is the low-fare leader when compared to neighboring airports in Fort Myers and Sarasota, with 45-85% less in fare costs. Allegiant fares through PGD average only $72 each way, while fares to the same destination airports from Sarasota (SRQ) average $105 and Fort Myers (RSW) average $133. The analysis was conducted by Volaire Aviation Consulting, utilizing information provided [...]

PGD Passengers Save Time & Money2020-08-10T14:07:37-04:00

PGD Awarded $471K for Design of Runway 4-22

2020-07-29T14:02:04-04:00

PGD will receive a $471,305 grant from the FAA for the design portion of Runway 4/22’s rehabilitation. This project will rehabilitate 7,193 feet of pavement to maintain Runway 4/22’s structural integrity, as well as lighting and signage to enhance safe airfield operations during low visibility conditions. Visit the Runway Construction Updates page for more information.  News Release Provided by FAA:  U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao Announces Over $273 Million in Grants to 184 Airports in 41 States, 6 Territories July 28, 2020 Contact: pressoffice@dot.gov WASHINGTON – U.S. Secretary of Transportation Elaine L. Chao announced today that the Trump [...]

PGD Awarded $471K for Design of Runway 4-222020-07-29T14:02:04-04:00

Punta Gorda Airport Traffic Continues Recovery

2020-07-09T13:07:29-04:00

PGD’s Commitment to Safety is Nonstop Punta Gorda, FL (July 9, 2020) – The Charlotte County Airport Authority (Airport Authority) announced the Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) passenger count for June 2020 totaled 93,767, with 47,846 departing passengers and 45,921 arriving passengers. June 2020’s passenger count was down just 30% from June 2019’s passenger numbers, and planes were an average of 72% full. “PGD’s passenger count continues to improve, demonstrating significant confidence in Allegiant as more consumers resume air travel to and from Punta Gorda,” said Airport Authority Board Chair Pam Seay. “Airport management has worked quickly to incorporate an enhanced [...]

Punta Gorda Airport Traffic Continues Recovery2020-07-09T13:07:29-04:00

FBO Now Certified as “Safety 1st Clean”

2020-07-09T10:39:36-04:00

Recognized by NATA for Helping Reduce the Spread of Infectious Diseases In addition to the Bailey Terminal that is used for commercial passenger traffic, the Airport Authority provides fueling and tie-down service for general aviation aircraft through its Fixed Base Operator (FBO). PGD’s FBO recently earned its “Safety 1st Clean” certification through the National Air Transportation Association (NATA). In its notification to the Airport Authority, NATA stated the FBO “is committed to helping reduce the spread of infectious diseases and we thank you for your commitment to upholding the highest cleaning/disinfection standard.” Learn More about the Safety 1st Clean Standard [...]

FBO Now Certified as “Safety 1st Clean”2020-07-09T10:39:36-04:00

Metroplex EA – Comments Due July 10

2020-07-07T15:19:29-04:00

The FAA has announced that as part of its Metroplex redesign of Florida airspace they will design Standard Terminal Arrival Procedures for PGD. On May 11, 2020, the Draft EA was publicly released and made publicly available for review and comment. Electronic copies of the Draft EA and supporting materials are available online at http://metroplexenvironmental.com/fl_metroplex/fl_docs.html If you wish to provide comments, please provide them by mail, email, or through the FAA Community Engagement website comment form until July 10, 2020. This 60-day Public Comment period from May 11, 2020 and concluding July 10, 2020 is opened upon the public release [...]

Metroplex EA – Comments Due July 102020-07-07T15:19:29-04:00
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